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Services
Self Drive Hire
Vehicle hire by the day, arranged with us directly rather than booked online.
Arranged by enquiry, not booked online
Self drive hire is not priced by our booking system, which quotes journeys rather than days of hire. Tell us the dates, the vehicle you would like and where you are collecting it, and we will confirm availability and a price before anything is agreed. Nothing is charged until you have accepted it in writing.
What's included
What Self Drive Hire covers
Vehicle hire by the day, arranged with us directly rather than booked online.
Hire by the day
Short hires for a house move, a gap in cover, or a few days away.
Quoted before you commit
Availability, the daily rate and the deposit, in writing, before you book.
Everything explained up front
What the hire includes, what it does not, and the documents you will need.
Handed over in person
Collected from our office and checked over with you before you drive away.
Why book with us
The parts that usually go wrong, already handled
Flight Delay Cover
No unexpected fees when your flight is delayed.
Transparent Pricing
One fixed price on every booking, agreed up front.
Customer Support
A real person answers, around the clock.
What you get
What a hire includes
The daily rate covers the vehicle, its insurance for the drivers named on the agreement, and breakdown cover for the hire period. Fuel is yours to replace. The mileage allowance, the deposit and the excess are all set out in the quote we send you, so there is nothing to discover at the desk.
Before you collect
What to bring with you
Bring your driving licence and proof of address for each named driver, and a card for the deposit. We check the licence against the DVLA record before the hire starts, so tell us about any endorsements when you enquire rather than at the desk.
Collection and return
Collecting, returning, and late returns
Vehicles are collected from our office during opening hours and returned to the same place, with the fuel and the condition checked over with you both times. If you need the vehicle for longer than you booked, tell us before the return time — an extra day is usually straightforward, an unauthorised late return is not.
Reviews
What our customers say
Journeys like yours, in their words.
Questions
Self Drive Hire, answered
How far in advance do I need to book?
At least four hours before your pickup. You can book up to six months ahead, and booking earlier is always cheaper than booking on the day.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
We track your flight number and move your pickup to match your actual landing time. There is no extra charge for a delayed flight, and your driver waits until you come through arrivals.
Is the price fixed, or does it change with traffic?
It is fixed. The price you are quoted when you book is the price you pay. Traffic, time of day and the route your driver takes do not change it.
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before your pickup and you are refunded in full. Inside 24 hours, contact us and we will do what we can.
Do you provide child seats?
Yes — child and booster seats can be added when you book at no extra cost. Tell us the ages of the children travelling so the right seats are fitted.
How much luggage can I bring?
Each vehicle listing shows its passenger and suitcase capacity. If you are unsure whether your luggage will fit, choose the next size up or contact us before booking.
Can I hire a vehicle for a single day?
Yes. Hires are quoted by the day with a minimum of one, and the price depends on the vehicle and the dates rather than on a fixed daily rate.
What documents do I need to bring?
A driving licence and proof of address for every named driver, plus a card for the deposit. Tell us about any endorsements when you enquire so we can confirm they are acceptable before you travel to collect.
Is a self drive hire cheaper than a transfer?
Not for a single airport run — a transfer is priced per journey and a hire is priced per day. Hire usually makes sense when you need the vehicle at your destination rather than just to get there.
Helpful tips
Before you travel
The questions we are asked most often, answered in full.
How early should you leave for the airport?
Check-in times, security queues and the honest answer about how much buffer you actually need for an early flight.
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What to do if your flight is delayed
How flight monitoring works, why you do not need to call us, and what happens if you land after midnight.
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Travelling with children and extra luggage
Choosing the right vehicle size, fitting child seats, and getting a family through the terminal without a rush.
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Tell us what you need
Send us the dates and the vehicle you would like, and we will come back with availability and a price.